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Thu, June 13th, 10:52 · Nick Sato

New internet portal and mobile application set to revamp Kenya’s health sector

Kenyans can now access laboratory results via their mobile handset and receive SMS and email alerts in real time once results are ready in hospitals. → Read more
Thu, June 13th, 08:02 · Martin Cheruiyot

Apple to release licensed gamepad controller

Apple is reported to be preparing a licensed controller, consistent with the latest iOS 7 mobile platform on iPhone and iPad devices this year. → Read more
Wed, June 12th, 13:36 · Richard Cutcher

Stanbic offer iPad finance deal in Nigeria

Apple’s official Nigerian distributor and Stanbic ITBC Bank have completed a deal to enable customers to pay for an iPad over 12 months. → Read more
Wed, June 12th, 10:52 · Nick Sato

Modem specifically designed for Africa launched

A rugged design modem with a range of connectivity options designed specifically for Africa has been launched. → Read more
Tue, June 11th, 15:07 · Mercy Makumi

LG and Hotpoint sponsor artificial Prosthetics

LG and Hotpoint Appliances have given KSh2.5 million (US$29,000) in sponsorship to patients with physical deformities to obtain artificial limbs. → Read more
Tue, June 11th, 13:55 · Nanine Steenkamp

SA device featured on Grey’s Anatomy

South African digital X-ray device Lodox was featured in an episode of Grey’s Anatomy broadcast on M-Net on Monday, June 10. → Read more
Fri, June 7th, 14:08 · Nick Sato

Samsung shares fall on negative S4 sales

Samsung’s share price took a hit worth US$12bn today due to fears of slowing Galaxy S4 sales. → Read more
Fri, June 7th, 09:10 · Martin Cheruiyot

Ministry of Education in consultations over laptop plan

Kenya’s Ministry of Education is undertaking global enquiries over the best implementation procedure for the government’s project of providing laptops to all Standard One pupils next January, permanent secretary George Godia has said in a statement. → Read more
Thu, June 6th, 08:09 · Martin Cheruiyot

Kenya: CCTV cameras contribute to 10 per cent crime reduction

The Kenyan police says crime incidents in the country reduced by 10 per cent between January and May this year, partly due to the installation of high definition closed-circuit (CCTV) cameras. → Read more
Tue, June 4th, 14:34 · Nick Sato

Google says no to facial recognition app for Glass

Google has clarified its position on face recognition applications by saying it will not allow them to run on Glass until strong privacy-protection measures are in place. → Read more
Tue, June 4th, 09:30 · Tom Jackson

Google prohibits porn for Glass

Google has changed its developer policies for Glass, banning apps containing sexually explicit content. → Read more
Tue, June 4th, 07:56 · Mercy Makumi

Sony opens new showroom in Nairobi

Sony with its authorised distributor Anisuma Traders has launched a Sony showroom at the Thika Road Mall. → Read more
Mon, June 3rd, 11:27 · Nick Sato

Acer launches first eight-inch Windows 8 tablet and Liquid S1 smartphone

Taiwan tablet maker Acer has officially unveiled the first eight inch Windows 8 tablet, the Iconia W3, aiming to “bring the desktop into one hand”. → Read more
Fri, May 31st, 11:13 · Nanine Steenkamp

Laptops favoured for African education

Laptops are the favoured media used for digital education in African classrooms, with mobile yet to eclipse more established technologies. → Read more
Fri, May 31st, 08:33 · Paul Adepoju

Nigerians have strong appetite for modern technology – Sharp

International technology manufacturer Sharp says Nigerian consumers are passionate about the latest technology and there is a strong appetite for it in the country. → Read more
Thu, May 30th, 11:54 · Nick Sato

Amazon begins PS4, Xbox One pre-orders

Online retailer Amazon is taking pre-orders for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles, stamping a price of £599.99 (US$908) price tag on each. → Read more
Thu, May 30th, 09:25 · Brandon Gregory

IDC: PC sales drop as market turns to tablets

The International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly PC tracker has indicated global PC shipments are expected to drop by 7.8 per cent this year. → Read more
Wed, May 29th, 11:07 · Nanine Steenkamp

Mozilla, Foxconn collaborate for Firefox device

Taiwanese electronic manufacturer Foxconn has partnered with Mozilla to launch a Firefox-operated device to be announced on June 3. → Read more
Tue, May 28th, 09:51 · Nanine Steenkamp

Senegal hosts world’s first TabletCafé

Google Africa has launched the world’s first TabletCafé in Dakar, Senegal, to promote internet access in a more affordable, interactive way. → Read more
Mon, May 27th, 14:14 · Kamau Mbote

Sharp’s 90” Aquos LED TV now available in Kenya

Kenyan Sharp distributor Polestar has unveiled the Aquos LED television set, now available in the country for KSh2.3 million (US$27380), as Sharp looks to grow its market share in the country. → Read more